Olympus SH-2 vs Olympus 6020

Following is a extended overview of the Olympus SH-2 versus Olympus 6020, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Olympus. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SH-2 (16MP) and 6020 (13MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was announced 5 years after the 6020 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SH-2 grades against the 6020 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-2 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SH-2 Gallery and Olympus 6020 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SH-2 provides exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Olympus 6020 has specifications of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SH-2 versus Olympus 6020 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SH-2 against the 6020.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SH-2 and 6020 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-2 and 6020.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-2 to deliver greater detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern SH-2 will have an edge in sensor innovation.